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Crystal Almeida

Rehoboth,MA

Summary

The Energy and personality of a person is crucial in the hiring process, especially in general in this life. I can speak in confidence that I, myself can adapt accordingly to my environment and surroundings. My Personal qualities are Loyalty, Responsible, Reliable, Motivated, Honest, Neat & organized, I'm Friendly, Funny, Positive, and Trustworthy, I am a great conversationalist with amazing energy.

I'm able to multitask, I'm dedicated to completion of assigned tasks, Work well in both team environment and independently, Working in fast-paced environment is very much enjoyed, I'm focused, determined, and self motivated. I have quality control, and strategic planning skills. I also have experience in the management field.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Forest Farm Assisted Living
03.2024 - 08.2024
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.

Direct Support Professional

May Institute
11.2022 - 07.2023
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • I worked with multiple clients supporting each one individually in the facility or their home as efficient professional intent.
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
  • Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
  • Minimized injuries to staff or patients through support or restraint to control patient movements.

Direct Support Professional

Life Connections
11.2021 - 05.2023
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Minimized injuries to staff or patients through support or restraint to control patient movements.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
  • Supervised 4 or more clients along side other household staff, contractors and vendors

Phlebotomy Technician Extern

Good Samaritan Hospital
04.2018 - 05.2018
  • Collected over 20 specimens per shift with 100% patient satisfactory rate.
  • Collected fluid or tissue samples by using appropriate collection procedures, including venipuncture and PKU collection procedures.
  • Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
  • Accurately labeled vacutainer tubes with patient name, date and time of collection.
  • Assisted with office procedures by monitoring patient flow, performing telephone screening and maintaining sample drug lists.
  • Resolved unusual test orders by contacting physicians, nursing stations or reference laboratories.
  • Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks numerous times per day.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.

CNA

[Home Care, Visiting Angels
08.2015 - 08.2019
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms

Nurse Assistant

Grandview Nursing Center
07.2015 - 08.2015
  • Applied vital signs to patients.
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.

Security Guard

NESCTC SECURITY
04.2014 - 06.2016
  • Managed several work sites in 24 hour time frames.
  • Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
  • Detailed theft, access violations and other incidents with reports to boost success of future criminal or civil remediation.
  • Remained calm, assertive and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
  • Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
  • Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
  • Identified violators and escorted departing personnel to guard against theft of property.

Security Guard/ Bouncer

Smoke Lounge/ Strategic Security
09.2012 - 07.2016

Used metal detectors and performed pat-downs and bag searches.

  • Enforced dress codes and refused objectionable attire.
  • Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
  • Checked identification of all persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
  • Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report.

Customer Service, Cashier

New Horizons Mgt Corp of MA
01.2014 - 06.2014
  • Managed over 100 customers per shift, with customer satisfaction rate of 100%
  • Cash management, transitions including credit card and gift card transactions
  • Maintained clean work area and met food standards for preparation
  • Opened store and prepared displays to meet company satisfaction.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
  • Maintained reports of transactions and greeted customers when entering and leaving establishment.
  • Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
  • Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.

Cashier

Dunkin Donuts
03.2012 - 12.2013
  • Managed over 100 customers per shift with 100% customer satisfaction.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
  • Assisted customers with special services, account updates and promotional options.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.

Customer Service, Cashier

Burger King
11.2012 - 05.2013
  • Provided outstanding customer service for customers in fast-paced environment.
  • Prepared products following restaurant, health, and safety standards and procedures.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Scanned shelves and product cases for expired stock and discarded outdated or spoiled items.
  • Distributed food to wait staff quickly during busy peak periods to drive customer satisfaction.

Store Opener

Dunkin Donuts
01.2011 - 10.2012
  • Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked and well-organized.
  • Evaluated data on stock levels, customer sales and other factors, assessed trends and reported on findings to help senior management make effective operational decisions.
  • Educated staff on strategies for handling difficult customers and challenging situations.
  • Created and led sales promotions and advertising strategies to boost profits and bring in new customers.

Drive Thru Operator

Wendy's
02.2008 - 01.2011
  • Maintained clean, sanitized and well-organized food preparation zones.
  • Met sales targets by encouraging customers to buy extra food items such as drinks, desserts and sides.
  • Organized freezers, refrigerators and storage rooms by receiving, recording and moving food and beverage supplies and products.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.
  • Managed over 100 customers per shift, 100% customer satisfaction.
  • Prepared beverages and filled food orders for customers.

Server

Mazey's Restaurant
07.2006 - 08.2008
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.

Education

Certified - (PCT)(PT)(HHA)

Coastal Career Academy
Fall River, MA
08.2018

Certified - CNA

Crossroads Rhode Island
Providence, RI
07.2015

GED -

Providence Skills Center
Providence, RI
2010

Skills

  • Poetry
  • People Skills
  • Adaptation to environments
  • Energy
  • Photography
  • Music
  • Advocate
  • Entrepreneur
  • CPR Certified
  • Phlebotomy
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Venipuncture
  • Specimen Labeling Procedures
  • Measuring Vital Statistics
  • Patient Confidentiality
  • Health Education
  • Drawing Blood/Blood Cultures
  • Sample And Specimen Collection
  • Customer assistance
  • ID Verification
  • Money handling abilities
  • Staff education and training
  • Receipt and refund issuance
  • Transporting patients
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Safety Behaviors
  • Emergency Situations
  • Suggestive Selling
  • High-Volume Dining
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Cash Handling
  • Hospitality Service Expertise

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant -(CNA)
  • Patient Care Technician- (PCT)
  • Phlebotomy Technician - (PT)
  • Home Health Aid- (HHA)
  • Medical Terminology 350- (MT)


about me

I am a mother first before anything, I'm very family oriented. 

My children are my life and my priority, with my children being my motivation, I strive every day to be the best I can be and to be the best at what I do to be able to support the family I created.

I love to learn - Education is so important and there is so much to be taught

I love to travel, listen to music, create fashion, arts & crafts, motivational speaking,

I am a very deep thinker and conversationalist, open minded and creative. 

I'm talented in writing music and poetry, it has become my passion.

Accomplishments

  • Traveled to assist multiple families with childcare needs.
  • Supervised groups of up to 6 children from six weeks to ten years of age.
  • Managed children of various ages while maintaining a safe, nurturing environment.
  • Provided nutritional meals
  • Provided proper education
  • Improved children's social interacting skills

Timeline

CNA

Forest Farm Assisted Living
03.2024 - 08.2024

Direct Support Professional

May Institute
11.2022 - 07.2023

Direct Support Professional

Life Connections
11.2021 - 05.2023

Phlebotomy Technician Extern

Good Samaritan Hospital
04.2018 - 05.2018

CNA

[Home Care, Visiting Angels
08.2015 - 08.2019

Nurse Assistant

Grandview Nursing Center
07.2015 - 08.2015

Security Guard

NESCTC SECURITY
04.2014 - 06.2016

Customer Service, Cashier

New Horizons Mgt Corp of MA
01.2014 - 06.2014

Customer Service, Cashier

Burger King
11.2012 - 05.2013

Security Guard/ Bouncer

Smoke Lounge/ Strategic Security
09.2012 - 07.2016

Cashier

Dunkin Donuts
03.2012 - 12.2013

Store Opener

Dunkin Donuts
01.2011 - 10.2012

Drive Thru Operator

Wendy's
02.2008 - 01.2011

Server

Mazey's Restaurant
07.2006 - 08.2008
  • Certified Nursing Assistant -(CNA)
  • Patient Care Technician- (PCT)
  • Phlebotomy Technician - (PT)
  • Home Health Aid- (HHA)
  • Medical Terminology 350- (MT)


Certified - (PCT)(PT)(HHA)

Coastal Career Academy

Certified - CNA

Crossroads Rhode Island

GED -

Providence Skills Center
Crystal Almeida